Chraiya - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Chraiya is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Gaura Sailak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chraiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chraiya is 163994. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.96 hectares and falls under the 225305 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chraiya
As per Census 2011, Chraiya village has a total population of 1,198 people, consisting of 642 males and 556 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 767 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chraiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,198 | 642 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 123 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 266 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 376 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Chraiya
Chraiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagatpur | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Gaura Sallak | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Sauranga | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Lakaunda | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Basari | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Sigha | South | 2.30 km |
| Chhatwara | West | 2.49 km |
| Samda | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Mokalpur | East | 2.64 km |
| Belhara | South-West | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chraiya
The nearest railway station is Paintepur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fatehpur to Chraiya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Chraiya is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chraiya
Where is Chraiya located?
Chraiya village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chraiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chraiya is Gaura Sailak.
What is the pincode of Chraiya?
The pincode of Chraiya is 225305.
What is the population of Chraiya?
Chraiya has a total population of 1,198, including 642 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Chraiya?
There are 211 households in Chraiya.
What is the literacy rate in Chraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chraiya is 35.98%. Male literacy is 41.43% and female literacy is 29.68%.